Assistant Operational Security Advisor
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,443 to £43,934 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Starting salary would be £38,443 with the maximum salary on this scale being £43,934 subject to future COPFS pay awards. All salaries are pro rata for part-time staff. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | Scotland, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AOSA0226 |
Summary
About the Role:
Assistant Operational Security Advisor
Additional Information:
As an Assistant Operational Security Advisor this role is central to safeguarding COPFS people, assets, and reputation. Acting as deputy to the Operational Security Advisor, you’ll lead on implementing robust security measures, managing sensitive investigations, and responding confidently to staff concerns—from routine queries to critical incidents. You’ll work closely with Police Scotland and other partners to assess risks, counter insider threats, and ensure secure environments across offices and courts. Alongside operational duties, you’ll shape security culture by delivering training, developing e-learning, and driving best practice. With responsibility for vetting processes, audits, and reporting to senior leadership, you’ll play a key part in maintaining trust and resilience within COPFS.
If you enjoy a reactive role where every day offers something different and are able to be proactive and solution focused then this role may suit you.
If you would be interested to learn more about this role, please see the attached application pack for further job details, salary information and assessment guidance.
Benefits:
We offer an excellent range of benefits which include:
25 days paid holiday + 11.5 public and privilege holidays (rising to 30 days paid holiday after 4 years).
Generous Civil Service Pension employer contribution, on average over 28.97% of your pay
Flexible working hours and family friendly approach to work.
Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans.
Employee Wellbeing Support with Mental Health First Aiders and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
Assistant Operational Security Advisor
Additional Information:
As an Assistant Operational Security Advisor this role is central to safeguarding COPFS people, assets, and reputation. Acting as deputy to the Operational Security Advisor, you’ll lead on implementing robust security measures, managing sensitive investigations, and responding confidently to staff concerns—from routine queries to critical incidents. You’ll work closely with Police Scotland and other partners to assess risks, counter insider threats, and ensure secure environments across offices and courts. Alongside operational duties, you’ll shape security culture by delivering training, developing e-learning, and driving best practice. With responsibility for vetting processes, audits, and reporting to senior leadership, you’ll play a key part in maintaining trust and resilience within COPFS.
If you enjoy a reactive role where every day offers something different and are able to be proactive and solution focused then this role may suit you.
If you would be interested to learn more about this role, please see the attached application pack for further job details, salary information and assessment guidance.
Benefits:
We offer an excellent range of benefits which include:
25 days paid holiday + 11.5 public and privilege holidays (rising to 30 days paid holiday after 4 years).
Generous Civil Service Pension employer contribution, on average over 28.97% of your pay
Flexible working hours and family friendly approach to work.
Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans.
Employee Wellbeing Support with Mental Health First Aiders and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
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